the av8r isnt that bad mate sure its not the best thing going but its still a lot better than using the pad
i havnt had any issues with mine since if had it i just did the zip tie mod took me a few days and lots of practise mission to get the hang off it but now its like second nature to me
dont forget its a cheap stick so dont buy it thinking its the all singing dancing soloution to all your probs and you will be fine with it mate